Written by Bruce Boweh
Source: Star Radio Liberia
There are reports of a major shake-up in the Liberia National Police.
Sources say the reshuffle has greatly affected officers of the Crimes Services Department, CSD, formerly known as the CID.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Rethinking Liberia’s 2011 Elections
Written by P. Nimley-Sie Tuon
Without Implementation Of The TRC Report
As Liberia crawls towards the 2011 presidential and general elections, a powerful question is finding its way into the minds of many Liberians. Which is; can the 2011 elections consider credible without the implementation of the final report of the Liberian Truth and Reconciliation Commission, or TRC? The strength of this question will continue to growth as the elections draw closer.
Liberia agrees deal with 'vulture funds'
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Liberia has reached a deal with two firms on debts dating from the 1970s.
The Caribbean-registered companies - Hamsah Investment and Wall Capital - agreed that Liberia would pay back just over 3% of the $43m (£27m) it owed.
"Reconstitute Cabinet Now"
Source: The Analyst Liberia
Montserrado County Peace Committee (MPC), says the ‘administrative leave’ given all cabinet Ministers except the Minister of State by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has effectively paralyzed the work of the Liberian government and created an atmosphere of political and economic fragility in the country.
Montserrado County Peace Committee (MPC), says the ‘administrative leave’ given all cabinet Ministers except the Minister of State by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has effectively paralyzed the work of the Liberian government and created an atmosphere of political and economic fragility in the country.
Monday, November 22, 2010
64% Liberians Live In Abject Poverty-National Human Development Report Finds
- M. Welemongai Ciapha II
Source: FrontPage Africa
As the Government of Liberia (GOL), is grappling to cope with the hard economic reality to achieve its goals and objectives in implementing the Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS), a report of the National Human Development (NHD) on Liberia’s progress of the PRS, has revealed that 64% of Liberia’s 1.3 million people are still living below the poverty line.
Source: FrontPage Africa
As the Government of Liberia (GOL), is grappling to cope with the hard economic reality to achieve its goals and objectives in implementing the Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS), a report of the National Human Development (NHD) on Liberia’s progress of the PRS, has revealed that 64% of Liberia’s 1.3 million people are still living below the poverty line.
Liberians still living rough in Harrisburg settlement
Written by Bruce Boweh
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A mining expert says support to education will help Liberia in its drive for social and economic development.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A mining expert says support to education will help Liberia in its drive for social and economic development.
Martin Luther King School vandalized
Written by Charles Gbollie
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Normal academic activities have come to a standstill at the Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial School in Paynesville, outside Monrovia.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Normal academic activities have come to a standstill at the Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial School in Paynesville, outside Monrovia.
'Prayerfest 2010' Opens in Monrovia
The Informer (Monrovia)
Source: allAfrica.com
An apostolic prayer campaign (Prayerfest) to restore the city of Monrovia to its original name 'Christopolis' (City of Christ) opens this week at the National Sports Commission on Broad Street.
Source: allAfrica.com
An apostolic prayer campaign (Prayerfest) to restore the city of Monrovia to its original name 'Christopolis' (City of Christ) opens this week at the National Sports Commission on Broad Street.
CDC Gets 72-Hr - Supreme Court Ultimatum
Source: allAfrica.com
A dissenting group has given Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) 72 hours to withdraw from any political engagement with Liberty Party (LP) in spite of the warning to partisans contained in the November 21, 2010 merger/consolidation resolution of the party.
The group, which called itself "The Majority Bloc of CDC Grassroots Partisans, Stalwarts, and Sympathizers", has called on the CDC National Executive Committee (NEC) to rescind the Sunday resolution and "return to status quo".
"Supreme Court Writ of Prohibition inevitable after three days should you ignore this mass-signed partisans' petition to reverse this disastrous course," the group admonished the party's leadership.
The group, which called itself "The Majority Bloc of CDC Grassroots Partisans, Stalwarts, and Sympathizers", has called on the CDC National Executive Committee (NEC) to rescind the Sunday resolution and "return to status quo".
"Supreme Court Writ of Prohibition inevitable after three days should you ignore this mass-signed partisans' petition to reverse this disastrous course," the group admonished the party's leadership.
Firing Entire Cabinet Without Any Meaningful Explanation Defines Liberia's "Democracy" - the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Way Soccer Legends
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| Tewroh-Wehtoe Sungbeh |
President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf live up to her moniker, “Iron Lady” recently when she dismissed or asked all but one member of her cabinet to “take administrative leave effectively immediately,” not too long after she left the country for her annual medical check-up in the United States.
Shooting scares Johnsonville residents
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A representative aspirant of District Number Fourteen has reported a shooting incident in the township of Johnsonville, Montserrado County.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A representative aspirant of District Number Fourteen has reported a shooting incident in the township of Johnsonville, Montserrado County.
Missing Bong Mines girl found in Paynesville
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Liberia National Police has reported the discovery of Alice Pumudu , the girl whose disappearance sparked series of street protests in Bong Mines .
Police spokesman George Bardu told Star Radio Alice was found Saturday in the Old Coal Field vicinity, in Paynesville, outside Monrovia.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Liberia National Police has reported the discovery of Alice Pumudu , the girl whose disappearance sparked series of street protests in Bong Mines .
Police spokesman George Bardu told Star Radio Alice was found Saturday in the Old Coal Field vicinity, in Paynesville, outside Monrovia.
Weah, Brumskine adopt merger resolutions
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Executive Committees of the Congress for Democratic Change and Liberty Party have adopted separate resolution for a merger of the two parties.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Executive Committees of the Congress for Democratic Change and Liberty Party have adopted separate resolution for a merger of the two parties.
Ex-British PM ends visit to Liberia
Written by Robert J. Clarke, Jr.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair says policy strategy delivery is a major challenge that faces most governments the world over.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
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| Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair |
Sunday, November 21, 2010
We Support T. Q. Harris for the Liberian Presidency
Fellow Liberians and Friends of Liberia:
Liberia is mired in a plethora of problems resulting from 14 years of self-demolition, devastation, and the senseless destruction of lives. Corruption is endemic, thus inhibiting progress in every segment of the society. Also, the alarming illiteracy rate, unimaginable poverty, sky rocketing inflation and unsustainable unemployment, coupled with deteriorating economic conditions and poor social services have made it impossible to determine who is ethical and who not.
However, this cannot be denied: Liberia is at a standstill awaiting a true nationalistic leader. I believe we have found him!
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| Mr. Bernard Gbayee Goah |
Liberia is mired in a plethora of problems resulting from 14 years of self-demolition, devastation, and the senseless destruction of lives. Corruption is endemic, thus inhibiting progress in every segment of the society. Also, the alarming illiteracy rate, unimaginable poverty, sky rocketing inflation and unsustainable unemployment, coupled with deteriorating economic conditions and poor social services have made it impossible to determine who is ethical and who not.
However, this cannot be denied: Liberia is at a standstill awaiting a true nationalistic leader. I believe we have found him!
APPOINTMENT GLITCH: Bassa Caucus, Supt. Against Tarr to Lands & Mines
- Rodney D. Sieh
Source: FrontPage Africa
DEFIANT: Dr. Byron Tarr, according to sources has been encouraged to begin lobbying members of the caucus who reportedly had issues with his appointment. However, Tarr has rejected suggestions that he seek the good graces of the caucus.
Monrovia -
The Bassa Caucus of the National Legislature along with the Superintendent of the County have reportedly railroaded the appointment of Dr. Byron Tarr as Minister of Lands, Mines and Energy throwing a monkey ranch in President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf’s quest to fill a key void in her government in the aftermath of her recent decision to send all but one of her Cabinet ministers on Administrative leave.
Source: FrontPage Africa
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| Dr. Byron Tarr |
Monrovia -
The Bassa Caucus of the National Legislature along with the Superintendent of the County have reportedly railroaded the appointment of Dr. Byron Tarr as Minister of Lands, Mines and Energy throwing a monkey ranch in President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf’s quest to fill a key void in her government in the aftermath of her recent decision to send all but one of her Cabinet ministers on Administrative leave.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
GEF provides nearly 3m to fight coastal erosion in Liberia
Written by Bruce Boweh
Source: Star radio Liberia
The Global Environment Facility, an international organization, has provided nearly three million Dollars to fight coastal erosion in Liberia.
Source: Star radio Liberia
The Global Environment Facility, an international organization, has provided nearly three million Dollars to fight coastal erosion in Liberia.
Rights group calls for probe of alleged ritual killings in Cape Mount
Written by Mack Rogers
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A local rights group in Grand Cape Mount County has raised concern about the silence of local officials on alleged ritual activities in Gola Konneh District.
The Gola Konneh District Citizens Right alleged brutal killings are taking place in the district without any official condemnation.
The group’s Executive Director, Boakai Coleman, said the barbaric acts by some wicked people in the district has put fear in the citizens.
He said at least five people have been brutally murdered in less than two years.
Mr. Coleman described the brutal murder of one Varney Kromah in Lofa Bridge as the latest act of ritual killing.
He also spoke about the mysterious disappearance of two Gambian children in October 2009.
Mr. Coleman is meanwhile appealing to government to probe the reports of ritual killings in Grand Cape Mount County.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A local rights group in Grand Cape Mount County has raised concern about the silence of local officials on alleged ritual activities in Gola Konneh District.
The Gola Konneh District Citizens Right alleged brutal killings are taking place in the district without any official condemnation.
The group’s Executive Director, Boakai Coleman, said the barbaric acts by some wicked people in the district has put fear in the citizens.
He said at least five people have been brutally murdered in less than two years.
Mr. Coleman described the brutal murder of one Varney Kromah in Lofa Bridge as the latest act of ritual killing.
He also spoke about the mysterious disappearance of two Gambian children in October 2009.
Mr. Coleman is meanwhile appealing to government to probe the reports of ritual killings in Grand Cape Mount County.
Showdown at Capitol : Supporters, Staffers Shield Dillon’s Arrest, Senators Split
- Nat Nyuan Bayjay
Source: FrontPage Africa
DILLON VS. BALLOUT: A letter dated November 18, 2010, from a Senate Committee called for a 90-day suspension of Dillon without pay as a result of what it described as ‘disrespectful statements’ made against Maryland County Senior Senator John A. Ballout, Sr.
Source: FrontPage Africa
ICC is 'Keeping an Eye on Events'
The International Criminal Court has issued a warning to Guinean security forces on the ground on Friday and has called for calm. The Deputy Prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, released a statement saying the ICC is keeping 'a close eye on the situation.' Some critics are now condemning the International Criminal Court for not giving credence to what took place in Liberia when:
• More than 40 people were killed in riots following a proposed increase in the price of rice in 1979.
• More than 13 people were killed in 1980 during a military take-over.
• About 500 or more people were killed and more than 50 people raped in 1985 during a coup attempt.
• An estimated 300,000 Liberians were killed, and thousands of people violated during Liberia’s civil war which lasted from 1989 – 2003. Five Americans were killed during this same period.
Critics are starting to question the ICC role when it comes to crimes committed in Liberia. Up to now the International Criminal court has yet to address any of the above incidents that took place in Liberia. The above incidents that took place in Liberia are equivalent to genocide. But the ICC is now keeping a close eye on current situation in Guinea. Whereas, the Guinean situation which should not be negated, but if compare to what took place in Liberia, would be like a drop of sand in the middle of a mighty ocean. - Bernard G. Goah Portland Oregon, USA
• More than 40 people were killed in riots following a proposed increase in the price of rice in 1979.
• More than 13 people were killed in 1980 during a military take-over.
• About 500 or more people were killed and more than 50 people raped in 1985 during a coup attempt.
• An estimated 300,000 Liberians were killed, and thousands of people violated during Liberia’s civil war which lasted from 1989 – 2003. Five Americans were killed during this same period.
Critics are starting to question the ICC role when it comes to crimes committed in Liberia. Up to now the International Criminal court has yet to address any of the above incidents that took place in Liberia. The above incidents that took place in Liberia are equivalent to genocide. But the ICC is now keeping a close eye on current situation in Guinea. Whereas, the Guinean situation which should not be negated, but if compare to what took place in Liberia, would be like a drop of sand in the middle of a mighty ocean. - Bernard G. Goah Portland Oregon, USA
Friday, November 19, 2010
Trouble in Cote d'Ivoire, a country near Liberia
American Embassy's National Daily Press Review
This daily press review is compiled by the Information Section of the Public Affairs Office of the American Embassy in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
Source: allAfrica.com
This daily press review is compiled by the Information Section of the Public Affairs Office of the American Embassy in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
Source: allAfrica.com
Suspected ‘Child Killer’ confesses killing 34 children
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A man believed to be the controversial child killer David Quah has for the first time openly confessed to killing dozens of innocent children.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
A man believed to be the controversial child killer David Quah has for the first time openly confessed to killing dozens of innocent children.
Bong Mines again: Women protesters shut down court
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Report from Bong Mines in Bong County speaks of security breakdown in that mining town with demonstrators forcing the magisterial court and school to close.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Report from Bong Mines in Bong County speaks of security breakdown in that mining town with demonstrators forcing the magisterial court and school to close.
Man, 29 found guilty for raping 9-year old girl
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The 11th Judicial Circuit in Bomi County has brought down a guilty verdict against defendant Alex Freeman for rape.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The 11th Judicial Circuit in Bomi County has brought down a guilty verdict against defendant Alex Freeman for rape.
Senator Taylor’s Chief of Office Staff takes center stage
Written by Julius Kanubah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The leadership of the senate has come under strong criticisms for its decision to suspend and barred Darius Dillon from entering the National Legislature.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The leadership of the senate has come under strong criticisms for its decision to suspend and barred Darius Dillon from entering the National Legislature.
Liberia: Health Ministry confirms disease outbreak in Robertsport
Written by Mack Rogers
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Health Ministry has confirmed the outbreak of skin disease in Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Health Ministry has confirmed the outbreak of skin disease in Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County.
Senator Massaley gives Ellen, Sherman hard test
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Grand Cape Mount Senator Abel Massasley has introduced a new political debate calling on President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf to support his vice presidential bid.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Grand Cape Mount Senator Abel Massasley has introduced a new political debate calling on President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf to support his vice presidential bid.
President Sirleaf cautiously responds to dissenting minister
Written by Robert J. Clarke, Jr.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has for the first time commented on the dissenting views propounded by on-leave Labor Minister Tiawon Gongloe.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has for the first time commented on the dissenting views propounded by on-leave Labor Minister Tiawon Gongloe.
Cletus Wortorson speaks of martial plan for southeast
Written by Moses Wenyou
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Senate Pro Temp Cletus Wortorson says he has engaged the Executive on what he calls a martial plan to address the current situation in southeastern Liberia.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Senate Pro Temp Cletus Wortorson says he has engaged the Executive on what he calls a martial plan to address the current situation in southeastern Liberia.
Tony Blair in Liberia
Source: allAfrica News
Once upon a time Liberia was off limit to Western leaders. The key reason was that they suspected links between its leaders and international terrorist groups. A related reason was that locked in prolonged warfare, Liberia has become a “pariah”, a “Taylor Inc.” But today the picture has changed. Though still relatively fragile, Liberia presents an enabling environment for international philanthropists and governance reformists to make their marks upon its economic recovery and reconstruction. The Africa Governance Initiative (AGI) is one such groups. Its patron, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, was in Liberia early this year and he is back.
Once upon a time Liberia was off limit to Western leaders. The key reason was that they suspected links between its leaders and international terrorist groups. A related reason was that locked in prolonged warfare, Liberia has become a “pariah”, a “Taylor Inc.” But today the picture has changed. Though still relatively fragile, Liberia presents an enabling environment for international philanthropists and governance reformists to make their marks upon its economic recovery and reconstruction. The Africa Governance Initiative (AGI) is one such groups. Its patron, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, was in Liberia early this year and he is back.
US Ambassador, UNMIL Delegation Visit NEC
As the date for the commencement of voter registration in the lead-up to the 2011 Presidential and Legislative elections draws closer, the National Elections Commission (NEC) continues to attract the visitation of key partners of Liberia democracy drive.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
BACK ON BASE: Prince Johnson Hailed in Return to Once-Feared Caldwell
Source: FrontPage Africa
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| CALDWELL RETURN: Eighteen years later, the residents of the Settlement gathered in their mass not necessarily to see one of Liberia’s next year’s presidential candidates, but to mainly catch a glimpse of the man who they only probably last saw in his rebel-form. |
Samukai, Ngafuan, Kanwea Gongar Recalled to Liberian Govt; Davis to NIC
- Rodney D. Sieh
source: FrontPage Africa
Monrovia –
Three more Cabinet ministers have reportedly accepted President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf’s request to return to the Unity Party government. The Executive Mansion announced Thursday that the Ministers of Defense, Brownie Samukai; Education Minister Othello Gongar, Finance Minister Augustine Ngafuan and Internal Affairs Minister Harrison Kanwea have accepted President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s offer to resume their duties.
source: FrontPage Africa
Monrovia –
Three more Cabinet ministers have reportedly accepted President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf’s request to return to the Unity Party government. The Executive Mansion announced Thursday that the Ministers of Defense, Brownie Samukai; Education Minister Othello Gongar, Finance Minister Augustine Ngafuan and Internal Affairs Minister Harrison Kanwea have accepted President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s offer to resume their duties.
PYJ: ‘Administrative Leave’ Decision Contravenes Sirleaf’s Harvard Education
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| EDUCATED PRESIDENT: "Our President is educated, not somebody who doesn’t know much. She is a Master’s Degree holder from Harvard University, one of the most prestigious universities. She ought to know that ministers don’t go on administrative leave”. Prince Y. Johnson, Political Leader, National Union for Democratic Progress |
Russia says U.S. offers deal to arms suspect Bout
Backgorund information on Bout:
Source: Wiki
Viktor Anatolyevich Bout (Russian: Виктор Анатольевич Бут) (born 13 January 1967, near Dushanbe, Tajik SSR, Soviet Union) established a number of air cargo companies and is famous for being a suspected arms trafficker.
A former Soviet military translator, Bout made a significant amount of money through his many air transport companies shipping cargo mostly in Africa and the Middle East during the 1990s and early 2000s.[citation needed] Just as willing to ship cargo for Charles Taylor in Liberia as he was for the United Nations in Sudan and the United States in Iraq, Bout may have facilitated huge arms shipments into various civil wars in Africa with his private air cargo fleets during the 1990s.
While claiming to have done little more than provide logistics, he has been called a "sanctions buster" by former British Foreign Office minister Peter Hain who described Bout as "the principal conduit for planes and supply routes that take arms... from east Europe, principally Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine to Liberia and Angola."
Source: Reuters News
MOSCOW (Reuters) – A Russian diplomat said on Thursday that U.S. authorities pressured suspected arms dealer Viktor Bout to admit guilt during his extradition flight to the United States, offering him unspecified benefits in return.
Bout, a former Soviet air force officer who could be imprisoned for life if convicted on U.S. terrorism and arms trafficking charges, rejected the offer, Russia's consul in the United States said in remarks shown on Russian state television.
Bout was flown to New York late on Tuesday from Thailand, where he had been the focus of a tug-of-war between Russia and the United States since his March 2008 arrest in a U.S.-led sting operation.
"Some pressure was applied in transit. In Viktor Bout's words, they tried to 'persuade' him to admit to things he did not do, promising certain advantages in return," consul Andrei Yushmanov told Russian reporters in New York.
"Viktor Anatolyevich rejected these efforts," he said, referring to the Russian suspect by his name and patronymic.
Yushmanov did not elaborate and it was unclear whether he was referring to a potential plea deal.
Bout, 43, faces four conspiracy charges over arms dealing since the 1990s to dictators and conflict zones in Africa, South America and the Middle East -- allegations that inspired the Hollywood movie "Lord of War" starring Nicholas Cage.
Bout's extradition is a victory for U.S. law enforcement and the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama. But it adds to strains threatening to undermine improvements in U.S.-Russian relations since Obama took office.
Russia called his extradition "illegal" and accused Thai authorities of yielding to U.S. political pressure. While Bout has been nicknamed the 'Merchant of Death' in the West, Russian authorities refer to him as a businessman.
He was arrested in Thailand shortly after arriving from Moscow, where he had lived for years with no apparent interference from Russian authorities, angering Washington and prompting speculation that he had protection from the state.
A judge ordered Bout detained without bail on Wednesday. He is due back in Manhattan federal court for a hearing on January 10.
A federal public defender was named to represent Bout, but Yushmanov said Russia would help hire a lawyer "if necessary."
He said Bout's clothes, money and toiletries were taken from him by Thai authorities, and that he was given "dirty" clothes.
"We will take care to ensure Bout is provided with basic warm clothes and personal hygiene items," he said. (Writing by Steve Gutterman; Editing by Janet Lawrence)
See Other news source on Bout:nationalpost.com/
Viktor Bout, dubbed the "merchant of death" for allegedly trafficking in arms, pleaded not guilty to U.S. terrorism charges and was ordered held without bail by a federal judge in New York. Mr. Bout, a former Soviet air force officer, arrived in New York on Wednesday aboard a chartered plane after his extradition from Thailand. He is charged with plotting to kill Americans in a 2008 indictment filed by the office of U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara in Manhattan. At an arraignment Wednesday that lasted about 10 minutes, he entered a not-guilty plea through his court-appointed lawyer, Sabrina Shroff. He was ordered held without bail by U.S. District Judge Shira Scheindlin, who set his next court appearance for Jan. 10.
Read more: http://www.nationalpost.com/news/world/Merchant+Death+pleads+guilty/3846364/story.html#ixzz15eZv5R00
Source: Wiki
A former Soviet military translator, Bout made a significant amount of money through his many air transport companies shipping cargo mostly in Africa and the Middle East during the 1990s and early 2000s.[citation needed] Just as willing to ship cargo for Charles Taylor in Liberia as he was for the United Nations in Sudan and the United States in Iraq, Bout may have facilitated huge arms shipments into various civil wars in Africa with his private air cargo fleets during the 1990s.
While claiming to have done little more than provide logistics, he has been called a "sanctions buster" by former British Foreign Office minister Peter Hain who described Bout as "the principal conduit for planes and supply routes that take arms... from east Europe, principally Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine to Liberia and Angola."
Source: Reuters News
MOSCOW (Reuters) – A Russian diplomat said on Thursday that U.S. authorities pressured suspected arms dealer Viktor Bout to admit guilt during his extradition flight to the United States, offering him unspecified benefits in return.
Bout, a former Soviet air force officer who could be imprisoned for life if convicted on U.S. terrorism and arms trafficking charges, rejected the offer, Russia's consul in the United States said in remarks shown on Russian state television.
Bout was flown to New York late on Tuesday from Thailand, where he had been the focus of a tug-of-war between Russia and the United States since his March 2008 arrest in a U.S.-led sting operation.
"Some pressure was applied in transit. In Viktor Bout's words, they tried to 'persuade' him to admit to things he did not do, promising certain advantages in return," consul Andrei Yushmanov told Russian reporters in New York.
"Viktor Anatolyevich rejected these efforts," he said, referring to the Russian suspect by his name and patronymic.
Yushmanov did not elaborate and it was unclear whether he was referring to a potential plea deal.
Bout, 43, faces four conspiracy charges over arms dealing since the 1990s to dictators and conflict zones in Africa, South America and the Middle East -- allegations that inspired the Hollywood movie "Lord of War" starring Nicholas Cage.
Bout's extradition is a victory for U.S. law enforcement and the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama. But it adds to strains threatening to undermine improvements in U.S.-Russian relations since Obama took office.
Russia called his extradition "illegal" and accused Thai authorities of yielding to U.S. political pressure. While Bout has been nicknamed the 'Merchant of Death' in the West, Russian authorities refer to him as a businessman.
He was arrested in Thailand shortly after arriving from Moscow, where he had lived for years with no apparent interference from Russian authorities, angering Washington and prompting speculation that he had protection from the state.
A judge ordered Bout detained without bail on Wednesday. He is due back in Manhattan federal court for a hearing on January 10.
A federal public defender was named to represent Bout, but Yushmanov said Russia would help hire a lawyer "if necessary."
He said Bout's clothes, money and toiletries were taken from him by Thai authorities, and that he was given "dirty" clothes.
"We will take care to ensure Bout is provided with basic warm clothes and personal hygiene items," he said. (Writing by Steve Gutterman; Editing by Janet Lawrence)
See Other news source on Bout:nationalpost.com/
Viktor Bout, dubbed the "merchant of death" for allegedly trafficking in arms, pleaded not guilty to U.S. terrorism charges and was ordered held without bail by a federal judge in New York. Mr. Bout, a former Soviet air force officer, arrived in New York on Wednesday aboard a chartered plane after his extradition from Thailand. He is charged with plotting to kill Americans in a 2008 indictment filed by the office of U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara in Manhattan. At an arraignment Wednesday that lasted about 10 minutes, he entered a not-guilty plea through his court-appointed lawyer, Sabrina Shroff. He was ordered held without bail by U.S. District Judge Shira Scheindlin, who set his next court appearance for Jan. 10.
Read more: http://www.nationalpost.com/news/world/Merchant+Death+pleads+guilty/3846364/story.html#ixzz15eZv5R00
Next door to Liberia: Hospitals in Guinea report spike in casualties
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Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Vacation ends! First batch of cabinet ministers recalled
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Executive Mansion has released the names of the first batch of recalled Cabinet Ministers sent on compulsory leave by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The Executive Mansion has released the names of the first batch of recalled Cabinet Ministers sent on compulsory leave by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.
EU, Russian delegations visits NEC Liberia
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Russian and European Union delegations have held discussions with officials of the National Elections Commission in Sinkor.
The two delegations’ visit centered on support to the 2011 general and presidential elections.
The six-member EU delegation was headed by Attilio Pacifici, French Ambassador to Liberia Linderman and German Ambassador Herbert Edger Staudt.
The Russian delegation included Vladimir Barbin Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Ghana among others.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Russian and European Union delegations have held discussions with officials of the National Elections Commission in Sinkor.
The two delegations’ visit centered on support to the 2011 general and presidential elections.
The six-member EU delegation was headed by Attilio Pacifici, French Ambassador to Liberia Linderman and German Ambassador Herbert Edger Staudt.
The Russian delegation included Vladimir Barbin Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Ghana among others.
Guinea, a country next door to Liberia...declares state of emergency after poll clashes. At least seven people are reported dead
Source: BBC News
At least seven people are reported to have been killed since the results were announced on Monday.
The Guinean authorities have declared a state of emergency as violence continues in the aftermath of a disputed presidential election.
Reports say three people were found dead in the capital Conakry after the latest clashes between the security forces and opposition supporters.
The winning candidate, Alpha Conde, says he wants to lead a process of national reconciliation.
The Guinean authorities have declared a state of emergency as violence continues in the aftermath of a disputed presidential election.
Reports say three people were found dead in the capital Conakry after the latest clashes between the security forces and opposition supporters.
The winning candidate, Alpha Conde, says he wants to lead a process of national reconciliation.
President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf Set to Unveil First Batch of Reconfigured Cabinet; 3 Returning; 4 Gone
- Rodney D. Sieh, rsieh@frontpageafrica.com
Source: FrontPage Africa
Monrovia –
Natty B. Davis replaces Richard Tolbert at the National Investment Commission
Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf is set to unveil the first batch of her reconfigured Cabinet today, multiple sources within the administration confirmed to FrontPageAfrica Wednesday.
Source: FrontPage Africa
Monrovia –
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| Natty B. Davis |
Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf is set to unveil the first batch of her reconfigured Cabinet today, multiple sources within the administration confirmed to FrontPageAfrica Wednesday.
Guinea, a country next door to Liberia declares state of emergency after post-poll riots
Source: Associated Press
CONAKRY, Guinea – Guinea's military on Wednesday declared a state of emergency following violence after a tense presidential election.
Armed forces chief Nouhou Thiam read the decree Wednesday on state television. The decree prohibits civilians from circulating on the streets, he said, but did not give further details. Only military and security forces will have unrestricted movement, he said.
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Armed forces chief Nouhou Thiam read the decree Wednesday on state television. The decree prohibits civilians from circulating on the streets, he said, but did not give further details. Only military and security forces will have unrestricted movement, he said.
Extradited 'arms dealer' Viktor Bout arrives in US
Source: BBC News
Alleged Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout has arrived in New York, following his extradition from Thailand and a diplomatic row with Russia.
US Attorney General Eric Holder said the extradition was a "victory for law and order" saying Mr Bout had been "a source of concern around the world".
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| Mr Bout was extradited from Thailand under tight security |
US Attorney General Eric Holder said the extradition was a "victory for law and order" saying Mr Bout had been "a source of concern around the world".
Liberians guilty of stealing US food aid
Source: BBC News
The Liberian civil war left the country's infrastructure and economy in tatters
A US jury has convicted two employees of a Christian relief group of stealing more than $1m (£630,000) of aid donated by the US government to Liberia.
The Liberian civil war left the country's infrastructure and economy in tatters
A US jury has convicted two employees of a Christian relief group of stealing more than $1m (£630,000) of aid donated by the US government to Liberia.
Cllr.Brumskine Political Instability
Written by M. Boakai Jaleiba Jr.
Genesis
It was a calm evening and the folks from the University of Liberia seemed saturated with their plans to raise monies to pay tuition of their needed colleagues on the next day. “Ambassador Mayson will be speaking at the ULSU fundraising tomorrow”, a joyous student remarked. And as I walked past other students, it seemed as though it was the news on campus and they all looked very happy. And they had good causes too; the end of registration was fast approaching. I too, banked on their gossip dedicated the next day to listen to the man they called the Ambassador.
Genesis
It was a calm evening and the folks from the University of Liberia seemed saturated with their plans to raise monies to pay tuition of their needed colleagues on the next day. “Ambassador Mayson will be speaking at the ULSU fundraising tomorrow”, a joyous student remarked. And as I walked past other students, it seemed as though it was the news on campus and they all looked very happy. And they had good causes too; the end of registration was fast approaching. I too, banked on their gossip dedicated the next day to listen to the man they called the Ambassador.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
GUINEA ELECTION CUES FOR LIBERIA: Fear of Double-Voting, Violence Looms
Fannie Wolo, a resident of the JJY Community along the Somalia Drive
Source: Front Page Africa
Monrovia-
The post-war election euphoria in next door Guinea hits close to home in the face of Liberia’s pending elections slated in less than a year, offering two vital cues from which the National Elections Commission (NEC), the Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization (BIN) and the entire Liberian citizenry can learn: potential double-voting and elections violence.
GONGLOE BREAKS WITH ELLEN: On Leave Minister Cites Dictatorship, Imperialism
Tiawan S. Gongloe, Contributing Writer, Minister of Labor, RL
Source: Front Page Africa
Ladies and gentlemen of the Press, my friends of Cenpid and all Hatai shops and intellectual clubs across the Republic of Liberia, fellow citizens.
On Wednesday, November 3, 2010, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf gave compulsory “administrative leave “to her entire cabinet, with the exception of the Minister of State, Hon. Edward McLain, whom the President designated to chair the cabinet of acting ministers while she was away from Liberia. This decision shocked me and I believe many, if not most , or all of my Cabinet colleagues. It must have been shocking to most of our citizens, partners of Liberia and many persons in the international community concerned about Liberia’s speedy recovery and development. At the time of this presidential decision, I was in Geneva, Switzerland on a delegation headed by the Minister of Justice, with representation from the ministries of Foreign Affairs, Education, Gender and Development, the Law Reform Commission and the Liberia Mission in Geneva to represent Liberia’s human rights record at the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the human rights record of member countries of the United Nations, which takes place every four years in Geneva. Fortunately, for me and I believe for the Minister of Justice, our assignment in Geneva was over before the Presidential decision to send all cabinet ministers on leave was made. Otherwise, a question about the legality of our continuous representation could have been asked by the UN or other delegates. This could have been embarrassing for our delegation.
PLEADING WITH PREZ: "I am appealing to her publicly, since I am not actively in government at this time, to stop and not continue this pattern. It is not good for our country. Such actions have the appearance of arbitrariness which can only be associated with autocracy, dictatorship and imperial presidency. History has shown that dictatorship comes gradually and in different forms and that even a well-meaning leader can become a dictator without planning to be one."
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| Tiawan S. Gongloe |
Source: Front Page Africa
On Wednesday, November 3, 2010, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf gave compulsory “administrative leave “to her entire cabinet, with the exception of the Minister of State, Hon. Edward McLain, whom the President designated to chair the cabinet of acting ministers while she was away from Liberia. This decision shocked me and I believe many, if not most , or all of my Cabinet colleagues. It must have been shocking to most of our citizens, partners of Liberia and many persons in the international community concerned about Liberia’s speedy recovery and development. At the time of this presidential decision, I was in Geneva, Switzerland on a delegation headed by the Minister of Justice, with representation from the ministries of Foreign Affairs, Education, Gender and Development, the Law Reform Commission and the Liberia Mission in Geneva to represent Liberia’s human rights record at the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the human rights record of member countries of the United Nations, which takes place every four years in Geneva. Fortunately, for me and I believe for the Minister of Justice, our assignment in Geneva was over before the Presidential decision to send all cabinet ministers on leave was made. Otherwise, a question about the legality of our continuous representation could have been asked by the UN or other delegates. This could have been embarrassing for our delegation.
PLEADING WITH PREZ: "I am appealing to her publicly, since I am not actively in government at this time, to stop and not continue this pattern. It is not good for our country. Such actions have the appearance of arbitrariness which can only be associated with autocracy, dictatorship and imperial presidency. History has shown that dictatorship comes gradually and in different forms and that even a well-meaning leader can become a dictator without planning to be one."
New incidents of rape reported in three counties
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Women in Nimba, Bong, and Margibi Counties have reported a sharp increase in incidents of rape in their respective counties.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Women in Nimba, Bong, and Margibi Counties have reported a sharp increase in incidents of rape in their respective counties.
Cape Mount development coffers almost depleted…senator calls for audit
Written by Matthias Daffah
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Grand Cape Mount Senator Abel Massaley has reported major financial scandals in the implementation of four development projects in the county.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Grand Cape Mount Senator Abel Massaley has reported major financial scandals in the implementation of four development projects in the county.
Bong Mines tensed after disappearance of 17-year old girl
Written by Emmanuel Broh
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Normal activities have come to a standstill in Bong Mines, Fuamah District, Bong County.
Residents of the former mining town are protesting the mysterious disappearance of seventeen year old Alice Pumudu.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Normal activities have come to a standstill in Bong Mines, Fuamah District, Bong County.
Residents of the former mining town are protesting the mysterious disappearance of seventeen year old Alice Pumudu.
Dictatorship on the Horizon - God IS WITH YOU FRONPAGE AFRICA!
Written by J. Aloysius Toe
Dear Rodney,
While sitting here in the academic sanctuary of the United States, I have been following your saga with the Supreme Court of Liberia.
In the quiet recesses of my heart, I am shocked but not surprised at the actions of Chief Justice Johnnie C. Lewis and his bench! I am Shocked because this action of a supposedly reasonable jurist like Justice Lewis is a poisonous bullet fired in the spinal chord of our emerging democratic tradition of free speech.
Dear Rodney,
While sitting here in the academic sanctuary of the United States, I have been following your saga with the Supreme Court of Liberia.
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| Chief Justice Johnnie C. Lewis |
Chief Justice Johnnie Lewis
Written by Rufus S. Berry II
A Clear and Present Danger to Liberia’s Justice and Fairness
Haven’t the citizens of the Republic of Liberia endured enough abuse of power by members of the three branches of government? Countless years in Liberian history, dating back from Charles Taylor have shown how the abuse of power has been detrimental to Liberian citizens’ wellbeing.
Chief Justice Johnny Lewis is following in the footsteps of those before him —assuming powers that are not his and overstepping legal boundaries with abandon.
A Clear and Present Danger to Liberia’s Justice and Fairness
Haven’t the citizens of the Republic of Liberia endured enough abuse of power by members of the three branches of government? Countless years in Liberian history, dating back from Charles Taylor have shown how the abuse of power has been detrimental to Liberian citizens’ wellbeing.
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| Chief Justice Johnny Lewis |
Open Letter to the Chief Justice of Liberia
Written by Vallai M. Dorley
The Re-emergence of the Past
Dear Hon. Lewis:
I write to express my disenchantment on how we were humiliated and flogged by your Court Security Officers in the yield of the Temple of Justice on Tuesday, November 9, 2010.
Your order given them to flog and step us out of the compound of the Temple of Justice contravenes articles 15 and 17 of the Magna Carta of Liberia. Article 15 provides “Every person shall have the right to freedom of expression, being fully responsible for the abuse thereof.
The Re-emergence of the Past
Dear Hon. Lewis:
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| JONNY LEWIS Chief Justice of Liberia |
Your order given them to flog and step us out of the compound of the Temple of Justice contravenes articles 15 and 17 of the Magna Carta of Liberia. Article 15 provides “Every person shall have the right to freedom of expression, being fully responsible for the abuse thereof.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Ex-Investment Commission Boss sees trouble if…
-Written by Onesimus Leigh
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The out-going Chairman of the National Investment Commission says unless Government creates jobs for the majority of its people Liberia is doomed.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
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| Dr. Richard Tolbert |
Liberia: Searching for Solutions to Land Disputes
Source: allAfrica.com
Ganta — With close to 25 years surveying land and helping resolve land disputes, J. Patrick Vanie has unrivalled expertise on the nuances of land ownership in Nimba County.
"I know this county right down to my fingertips," says Vanie. But Nimba's land commissioner admits to feeling swamped by an overwhelming caseload. "The land business here is tough, it is no joke," Vanie concedes. "The demand for land here has become very, very high."
Ganta — With close to 25 years surveying land and helping resolve land disputes, J. Patrick Vanie has unrivalled expertise on the nuances of land ownership in Nimba County.
"I know this county right down to my fingertips," says Vanie. But Nimba's land commissioner admits to feeling swamped by an overwhelming caseload. "The land business here is tough, it is no joke," Vanie concedes. "The demand for land here has become very, very high."
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Growing Sense of Injustice: UK Wants Action on Liberia’s ‘Most Serious’ Atrocities
- Nat Nyuan Bayjay
Source: FrontPage Africa
Geneva, Switzerland –
The United Kingdom (UK) had one clear message for the Liberian delegation that was proving Liberia’s human rights case: that it totally dislikes the high level of impunity with which individuals enlisted in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Final Report continue to not only parade the streets but also continue to serve in high public and most often electable posts.
The concern stretches to the extent that the British Government, via its Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland could not help recommending that the Liberian Government must consider implementing the most serious atrocities committed during the civil war as outlined in the TRC document.
Source: FrontPage Africa
Geneva, Switzerland –
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| Senator Adolphus Dolo aka General Peanut Butter |
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| Prince Johnson |
The concern stretches to the extent that the British Government, via its Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland could not help recommending that the Liberian Government must consider implementing the most serious atrocities committed during the civil war as outlined in the TRC document.
PRESIDENT JOHNSON SIRLEAF HOLDS THE KEY TO PEACE
The truth-telling approach to healing touted as the best way forward has been roundly rejected by the Liberian people. Now its leading advocates, including President Johnson Sirleaf, are unwilling to accept the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) report which largely favors accountability and eradication of impunity. Opposing the will of the people, Madam Sirleaf and the others have refused to honor the TRC recommendations risking the possibility of renewed violence.
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| T.Q. Harris Jr. |
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Defense Lawyers Formally Close Their Case in the Charles Taylor Trial
Alpha Sesay
allAfrica
Defense lawyers for Charles Taylor today formally closed their case after calling 21 witnesses to testify on behalf of the former Liberian president in response to an 11 count indictment in which Prosecutors allege that Mr. Taylor provided support to and was in control of Sierra Leone's Revolutionary United Front (RUF) rebels, who waged an 11 year civil conflict in the West African nation. Mr. Taylor has denied all allegations against him.
allAfrica
Friday, November 12, 2010
Liberia: Over 30 Mineral Water Companies Cry Wolf
D. K. Sengbeh
Source: allAfrica.com
At least 35 'mineral water' companies under the banner the Liberia Water Producer Association (LWPA) have cried foul, accusing the Ghanaian-Indian owned Liberty Investment Inc., producer of Aqua Life mineral water, of bad business practice.
Source: allAfrica.com
At least 35 'mineral water' companies under the banner the Liberia Water Producer Association (LWPA) have cried foul, accusing the Ghanaian-Indian owned Liberty Investment Inc., producer of Aqua Life mineral water, of bad business practice.
Liberia: No Evidence - EPA Says of Firestone Liberia
D.K. Sengbeh
Source: allAfrica.com
The Deputy Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says the Agency has found no evidence of Firestone Liberia polluting or dumping chemical waste into the Farmington River.
Source: allAfrica.com
The Deputy Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says the Agency has found no evidence of Firestone Liberia polluting or dumping chemical waste into the Farmington River.
Liberia: Unite for 2011 - Loj Woos Liberians as She Honors Jordanian Peacekeepers
The Informer (Monrovia)/allAfrica.com
- Roland Perry
The Special Representative of the Secretary General and Coordinator of the United Nations operation in Liberia, Madam Ellen Margrethe Loj, has called on the people of Liberia to unite for free and fair elections in 2011.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
The Past's Vengeance
Source: allAfrica.com
"He threw me in prison with men so that I could be used before the day," remembered one of Liberia's best-known artists and political activists, Miatta Fahnbulleh.
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| Jenkins K.Z.B. Scott |
Richard Tolbert Quits After Olubanke
Source: allAfrica.com
National Investment Commission chief Richard Tolbert has followed Foreign Minister Olubanke King Akelere in bowing out of the government following the president's cabinet dismantling. Media reports have long hinted that Mr. Tolbert was targeted to be sacked, but that the president has been searching for his replacement.
So far, only these are the 2 ministers that have resigned. Others are waiting to see who will be retained and who packs up. Mr. Tolbert's, nephew of assassinated President William R. Tolbert, resignation comes on the heels of the resignation of Foreign minister Olubanke King-Akerele who also confirmed he resignation on Tuesday to The Associated Press.
National Investment Commission chief Richard Tolbert has followed Foreign Minister Olubanke King Akelere in bowing out of the government following the president's cabinet dismantling. Media reports have long hinted that Mr. Tolbert was targeted to be sacked, but that the president has been searching for his replacement.
So far, only these are the 2 ministers that have resigned. Others are waiting to see who will be retained and who packs up. Mr. Tolbert's, nephew of assassinated President William R. Tolbert, resignation comes on the heels of the resignation of Foreign minister Olubanke King-Akerele who also confirmed he resignation on Tuesday to The Associated Press.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Last Witness Concludes His Testimony, Defense to Officially Close Their Case On Friday
By Alpha Sesay
Source: allAfrica.com
Sam Flomo Kolleh, a Liberian national and former member of Sierra Leone's Revolutionary United Front (RUF) rebel group, concluded his evidence today in The Hague as the last live witness in the trial of former Liberian president Charles Taylor.
Source: allAfrica.com
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| Taylor |
Sam Flomo Kolleh, a Liberian national and former member of Sierra Leone's Revolutionary United Front (RUF) rebel group, concluded his evidence today in The Hague as the last live witness in the trial of former Liberian president Charles Taylor.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
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Friday, November 5, 2010
LIVING AMONG THE DEAD - Mass Graves On Duport Road; Residents Want Memorial
We cannot allow the death penalty to be used to silence the past
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| Bernard Gbayee Goah |
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Ellen Wins Libel US$5M Case
Source: Heritage Liberia
The Civil Law Court at the Temple of Justice has held the Publisher of the New Broom News Paper liable for a US$5Million Action of Damages filed against him by President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf.
French court orders Rwandan rebel leader to face ICC
Something to think about:
While Liberian former rebel leaders and financiers of war walk freely, French court orders Rwandan rebel leader to face ICC - Bernard Gbayee Goah
While Liberian former rebel leaders and financiers of war walk freely, French court orders Rwandan rebel leader to face ICC - Bernard Gbayee Goah
Ellen Roll Sleeves for U.S$5m Case Against New Broom Publisher
Something to think about:
One would think the president would have considered going to court for allegation of war crime. President Sirleaf is among about 50 individuals recommended by the TRC to be barred from politics in Liberia for 30 years--for being a financier of the war that took away the lives of more than 300.000 Liberians and 5 American citizens. But NO! President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is preparing to pursue her US$5 million libel suit against the Publisher of the New Broom Newspaper, Roland Wowee, fully aware that she is considered in many quarters as an alleged war crime suspect - Bernard Gbayee Goah
One would think the president would have considered going to court for allegation of war crime. President Sirleaf is among about 50 individuals recommended by the TRC to be barred from politics in Liberia for 30 years--for being a financier of the war that took away the lives of more than 300.000 Liberians and 5 American citizens. But NO! President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is preparing to pursue her US$5 million libel suit against the Publisher of the New Broom Newspaper, Roland Wowee, fully aware that she is considered in many quarters as an alleged war crime suspect - Bernard Gbayee Goah
Source:FrontPage Africa
Geneva, Switzerland-
Caterpillars take over fifteen towns in Lofa County
Written by Peter Fahny
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Report from Lofa County says thousands of caterpillars have invaded fifteen towns and villages in Kolahun District.
Our correspondent quotes the district’s Agriculture Officer as saying the caterpillars resemble the ones that invaded Bong County in January 2009.
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Report from Lofa County says thousands of caterpillars have invaded fifteen towns and villages in Kolahun District.
Our correspondent quotes the district’s Agriculture Officer as saying the caterpillars resemble the ones that invaded Bong County in January 2009.
Brewerville City Mayor linked to land dispute
Written by Matthias Daffah
Residents of Kpallah in Brewerville, Montserrado County have reported a potential land conflict that could turn bloody.
Residents of Kpallah in Brewerville, Montserrado County have reported a potential land conflict that could turn bloody.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Dr. Gbaba Calls For Interim Government in Liberia Before 2011 Elections
By: Gardea V. Woodson
Source: The Liberian Journal
A Liberian playwright and exiled scholar is calling for the installation of an interim government in Liberia--after president Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf’s tenure expires in 2011-- in order to resolve the political impasse in implementing recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
President Sirleaf is among about 50 individuals recommended to be barred from politics in Liberia for 30 years--for being a financier of the war-- and is largely blamed in some quarters for her failure to implement the TRC recommendations.
On the duties and responsibilities of the interim government, Dr. Gbaba said, will address the issues of establishing war crimes court to try Liberian warlords, form a “National Palava Hut Commission” to address lesser crimes such as rape, arson, torture and economic crimes.
Dr. Gbaba, speaking on Saturday, Oct. 30, at a symposium on the TRC process held at the New School University, in New York, also proposed that the “interim government” be mandated to repatriate stranded and neglected Liberians seeking safety around the world from the onslaught of Liberian warlords and their fighters.
He also said a comprehensive voter education be organized before the presidential and general elections are held, arguing that most Liberian refugees, including himself, have refused to voluntarily repatriate because they fear reprisals, and called on the international community to lend its support in ensuring that there is a safe political and secured environment in Liberia before the general elections.
Dr. Gbaba advised the international community against rushing Liberians to elections, because ”carnage number one” that resulted in the death of 300,000 Liberian citizens, including the five American nuns, has not been adequately addressed and resolved.
Source: The Liberian Journal
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| Dr. Joe Gbaba |
President Sirleaf is among about 50 individuals recommended to be barred from politics in Liberia for 30 years--for being a financier of the war-- and is largely blamed in some quarters for her failure to implement the TRC recommendations.
On the duties and responsibilities of the interim government, Dr. Gbaba said, will address the issues of establishing war crimes court to try Liberian warlords, form a “National Palava Hut Commission” to address lesser crimes such as rape, arson, torture and economic crimes.
Dr. Gbaba, speaking on Saturday, Oct. 30, at a symposium on the TRC process held at the New School University, in New York, also proposed that the “interim government” be mandated to repatriate stranded and neglected Liberians seeking safety around the world from the onslaught of Liberian warlords and their fighters.
He also said a comprehensive voter education be organized before the presidential and general elections are held, arguing that most Liberian refugees, including himself, have refused to voluntarily repatriate because they fear reprisals, and called on the international community to lend its support in ensuring that there is a safe political and secured environment in Liberia before the general elections.
Dr. Gbaba advised the international community against rushing Liberians to elections, because ”carnage number one” that resulted in the death of 300,000 Liberian citizens, including the five American nuns, has not been adequately addressed and resolved.
What I learned From the New York Symposium on the TRC: The Substance & the Politics (Guest Commentary)
By: Michael Keating
I was quite surprised to wake up Monday morning and read on the pages of Front Page Africa, a publication run by my friend Rodney Sieh...
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| Michael Keating |
Monday, November 1, 2010
Man, 25 found dead in police cell
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Written by T. Saye Goinleh
A twenty-five-year-old man has reportedly committed suicide in a police cell in Sanniquellie, Nimba County.
Written by T. Saye Goinleh
A twenty-five-year-old man has reportedly committed suicide in a police cell in Sanniquellie, Nimba County.
Dozens stranded in Voinjama due to bad road
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Written by Peter Fahny
Report says normal traffic from Foya, Lofa County to Gbarnga, Bong County has come to a standstill due to bad road condition between the two counties.
Written by Peter Fahny
Report says normal traffic from Foya, Lofa County to Gbarnga, Bong County has come to a standstill due to bad road condition between the two counties.
MRU countries hold strategic talks in Monrovia
Source: Star Radio Liberia
Written by Matthias Daffah
The validation of a ten-year strategic action plan for the Mano River Union has opened in Monrovia with a call for the harmonization of a sub-regional policy.
Written by Matthias Daffah
The validation of a ten-year strategic action plan for the Mano River Union has opened in Monrovia with a call for the harmonization of a sub-regional policy.
President Sirleaf may be pleading with the United Nations to release the criminal Charles Taylor from prison in The Hague.
Internet Rumor Stirs Concern About Nation's Future and President Sirleaf 's Leadership Style
Source: The Liberian Dialogue
Maybe it is just a rumor – a troubling one for that matter on the Internet, which claimed President Sirleaf is pleading with the United Nations to release the criminal Charles Taylor from prison in The Hague. Since the administration has not come forward yet to deny or admit it, let’s all hope it is just a rumor.
Source: The Liberian Dialogue
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| Tewroh-Wehtoe Sungbeh |
On Dual Citizenship: Austin Fallah Praises Senators Wotorson, Kupee, Howard-Taylor
By: Gardea V. Woodson
Source: The Liberian Journal
(L-R) Sen. Howard-Taylor, Sen. Kupee, Mr. Fallah, Sen. Wotorson
A US-based Liberian financial expert has praised Liberian senators Cletus Wotorson of Grand Kru County, Jewel Howard-Taylor of Bong County, and Sumo Kupee of Lofa County, for championing the Dual Citizenship Bill that is currently in committee room under discussion.
Source: The Liberian Journal
A US-based Liberian financial expert has praised Liberian senators Cletus Wotorson of Grand Kru County, Jewel Howard-Taylor of Bong County, and Sumo Kupee of Lofa County, for championing the Dual Citizenship Bill that is currently in committee room under discussion.
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